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The big flat object is subject to air resistance on the earth. In a vacuum, it would fall at the same rate as the smaller object. Also, if the big flat object is a piece of paper, you can crumple it into a ball and it will fall at the same rate as the smaller object because air resistance will not be as much of a factor.
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Why do snowflakes float in the air and don't fall faster than raindrops?
Because raindrops are round - snowflakes are flat. Being flat, they offer resistance to the air they're floating in - and thus fall slower.
Does the shape of an object affect the rate at which it falls?
yes in air or liquid. The shape determines the opposing force (friction) encountered. A flat object will fall in a tumbling manner, because the opposing force is mostly likely acting at a an angle to the fall and the angle is changing with the inclination of the object. Even a baseball will spin because of the unevenness of how friction acts on the surface facing down.
Why does a flat piece of paper fall slower than a crumbled piece of paper?
A flat piece of paper has a larger surface area, creating friction with the air, or more air resistance. There is more air surrounding the piece of paper, and this slows it down. A crumpled piece of paper has less surface area to create friction, meaning less air resistance. This causes it to fall faster.
What factors affect terminal velocity?
Factors that affect terminal velocity · Mass An increased mass will increase the terminal velocity and make the falling object reach the ground quicker. · Surface Area If the surface area of an object is increased then its terminal velocity will decrease. This is because it will have larger air resistance acting upwards on the object; therefore the object will travel at a slower rate. · Shape Shape does affect the terminal velocity of a falling object or for example a parachutist; if two people of the same weight but in different body positions (one flat stable and one head down in a dive) are free falling on a skydive, they will fall at different rates . The flat stable diver will travel at a slower rate than the head down diver, and will have a slower terminal velocity. This of course is because of surface area and the air resistance working against area of the object (or sky diver) that is exposed.
Does friction exist on a stationary object on a flat surface?
Yes. Otherwise, the slightest push would make the object move around.
Why do snowflakes float in the air and don't fall faster than raindrops?
Because raindrops are round - snowflakes are flat. Being flat, they offer resistance to the air they're floating in - and thus fall slower.
How far does the average object fall before reaching its termanal speed?
For that question, there is no such thing as an "average object". A falling object's terminal speed depends on its weight, dimensions, and shape. It's very different for a 10-pound round rough stone, a 10-pound flat stone, and a bowling ball. And the same exact object may have different terminal speeds, as when a sky-diver makes himself fall faster or slower by getting into different positions.
Does a large object always have a greater mass than a small object?
Yes , because a large object takes up more space than a smaller object larger object has more space inside it. It will depend on if the ball is flat.
Would a black microscopically flat or smooth object reflect light?
A flat object would reflect light but it depends on what sort of flat object is it.
Why would a flat sheet of paper and a wad of with the same mass not fall through the air at the same rate?
The reason a flat sheet of paper and a wad of paper with the same mass will fall at different rates is because of resistance. The wad has a smaller surface area than the sheet causing it to catch less wind and fall faster.
What is a Round flat object?
A cylinder is a long round object with flat circular ends.
Why does river flow slower on flat areas?
It flows slower because when a river goes down it flows faster because gravity is helping it and when its on a flat area it doesn't move as fast because gravity isn't help pull the water down therefore making it slower.
How much faster does a crumpled paper fall than a flat sheet show a video?
Because there is less surface area on the crumbled piece of paper, there is less area upon which the force of friction (air resistance) may act. There is more surface area on the normal piece of paper, which allows friction to act over a greater area on the paper. More air resistance causes the flat piece to fall slower.
What are three landform regions in Mississippi that are flat?
[object Object]
On what flat microscope platform is an object placed for viewing?
The flat microscope platform is on which an object is placed for viewing is called the stage.
Round object with flat circular end?
A round object with flat, circular ends is a cylinder. It is shaped like a can of vegetables.
What map displays a a flat representation of a flat object?
a projection map
